GSHG Summer Camp Guide 2026

Suds & Spuds Camp Martha Johnston June 7-June 12, 2026 Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, & Ambassadors (grades 2-12) $495 for resident camp; $300 for CIT 1 or 2 Dive into the ultimate overnight summer experience where every day is a new adventure on the water, in the water, and yes, learning why we should take care of the water! Suds and Spuds is a residential camp for girls that combines high-energy fun with real-world water ecology and conservation. This session is packed with pure excitement. Campers will spend their days mastering essential skills like canoeing and water rescue techniques. The biggest challenge? The Build Your Own Boat Challenge! Using recycled materials,* teamwork, and engineering skills, girls will design, construct, and race their own floating vessels across the pool. It’s a full-throttle splash fest from classic pool games to team-based lake challenges! And the party doesn’t stop when the sun goes down. Get ready for a week powered by potatoes! From tasty meals and outdoor cooking to creative crafts and exciting catapult launches, this versatile tuber will make fun and unexpected appearances all week long. Thursday night campers should don their best costume* for our Pirate and Mermaid Dress-Up Party! We’ll have themed games and a treasure hunt, all before heading out for stargazing. CIT 1 Program** (for Seniors and Ambassadors): Ready to step into a leadership role and make a real impact at camp? Our national Girl Scouts Counselor in Training 1 (CIT 1) program is designed exclusively for Girl Scout Seniors and Ambassadors who want to develop the essential skills of a camp counselor. Through hands-on experience, you’ll learn to lead activities, understand camper behavior, and discover what it takes to run an engaging camp day. CIT 1 is for gaining foundational skills by observing and assisting camp staff with small group activities like games and song leading. This is where you learn the ropes and master the day-to-day workings of camp! CIT 2 Program** (for Ambassadors) : Ready to take full ownership of your leadership role? The Counselor in Training 2 (CIT 2) program is the capstone experience designed specifically for Girl Scout Ambassadors who have successfully completed the CIT 1 requirements. CIT 2 is not just a training program—it’s your opportunity to prove your skills, build your leadership legacy, and step into the role of a true mentor: • Deepen Mentorship: Work closely with camp staff to deepen your understanding of the camp’s operational structure, safety protocols, and group management. • Design & Lead: Take the lead on planning and executing more complex and diverse activities, giving you practical experience in program development and delivery. • Independent Practice: Through extensive, practical experience, you will solidify the skills needed to effectively lead a group of younger campers and confidently serve as paid camp staff in the future. *Campers are encourged to bring materials from home to complete their vessels and costumes.

Don’t forget: Completing this leadership progression is a prerequisite for earning the highest awards through Girl Scouts’ national program!

**Per national requirements, participants must complete two weeks of CIT 1 training or CIT 2 training to earn the awards. The CIT program will run during weeks 2 (Suds and Spuds) and 3 (LOL: It’s a Vibe) of residential camp. Campers will check in Sunday, June 7, and check out Friday, June 12, then return for week 3 on Sunday, June 14, with final check out on Friday, June 19. 9